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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thors, Vascular Surgeon in Lawrence, KS?
Dr. Axel Thors, DO is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lawrence, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thors completed his residency at Good Samaritan Hospital. Dr. Thors is fluent in English and Icelandic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thors’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thors’s office at (513) 862-3652.
Where did Dr. Thors go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Good Samaritan Hospital
Medical School: Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thors speak?
Dr. Thors and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Icelandic
What conditions does Dr. Thors treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Thors diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Thors. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Also known as:
- Having Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
- Blood vessel graft
- Vascular stent
- Artery implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Iliac Artery Aneurysm
- Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Iliac Artery Bulge
- Enlarged Iliac Artery
- Pelvic Artery Aneurysm
- Blood Vessel Aneurysm
- Artery Bulge
- Vascular Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I723: Aneurysm of iliac artery
- I728: Aneurysm of other specified arteries
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Which procedures does Dr. Thors perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Axel Thors may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thors' office.
Does Dr. Thors accept my insurance?
Dr. Thors accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 862-3652 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thors accept in Lawrence, KS?
Dr. Thors in Lawrence, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Americas Insurance Company
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Transamerica Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thors' office located?
Dr. Axel Thors' Primary Practice
330 Arkansas St Ste 202
Lawrence, KS 66044
(513) 862-3652
What is Dr. Thors's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thors's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629368089.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thors?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thors
What is Dr. Axel Thors's specialty?
Dr. Thors is a Vascular Surgeon near Lawrence, KS. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Thors to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Axel Thors affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thors is affiliated with The University Of Kansas Hospital, Adventhealth Shawnee Mission which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Axel Thors accepting new patients in Lawrence, KS?
Yes, Dr. Axel Thors is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Axel Thors offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thors's office at (513) 862-3652 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Axel Thors?
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